iBT29 Eng IB Size: 153mm x 120mm Printing color: Black Dec 4, 2014 P1 Model: iBT29 LED Full Spectrum Color Changing Bluetooth FM Clock Radio with USB Charging instruction manual Questions? Contact Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792
P2 iBT29 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT29. This product is designed to provide fun colors and high quality wireless sound for your iPad, iPhone, iPod or other Bluetooth audio device. This instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit. Please read it carefully and keep for future reference. Maintenance • Place the unit on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat.
P3 iBT29 Table of Contents What’s Included ...............................................................................................................3 Meet Your iBT29 ..............................................................................................................4 The Display/Setting Up the Unit ..........................................................................................5 Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Battery........................................................
P4 iBT29 What’s Included • iBT29 unit • 100V-240V universal AC adaptor • Audio cable iBT29 power adaptor 3 audio cable
P5 iBT29 Meet Your iBT29 Top Mode Button Time Set/Sleep Button Color Mode Button Presets/Play/Pause Button Alarm 1 Button Alarm 2 Button Power/Alarm Reset Button End Call/Minus Settings Button Volume Up Button Volume Down Button Answer Call/ Plus Settings Button Bottom Snooze/Display Dimmer Button Back Backup Battery Compartment DC Jack USB Charging Port Aux-in Jack FM Antenna Bluetooth Pairing Button Pull Tab Remove before use Remove the pull tab before initial use to activate the SureAlar
P6 Using the The Display iBT29 Time Display Alarm Active Indicator PM/AM Indicators Mode: Aux, Bluetooth, FM Radio Sleep Mode Indicator Set Wake-to Low Backup Battery Indicator Bluetooth/Pairing Indicator Alarm Time/Date/Radio Frequency Color Mode: Fade, Fast, Color, Pulse, Sky, Off Setting Up the Unit FM antenna Connect the included AC adaptor to the DC jack located on the back of the unit and connect the other end to a working wall outlet. Extend FM antenna.
P7 Using the iBT29 Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Battery Note: 1 CR2450 battery is included with the unit. Install it before using the unit. This model is equipped with a battery backup circuit that will maintain the time and alarm time settings in the event of a temporary power interruption (the display is NOT maintained). The battery backup circuit will also operate the buzzer alarm to wake you up at the selected wake up time even if the power is out.
P8 Using the Setting the Clock iBT29 1. Press and hold the Time Set/Sleep Button for 2 seconds until the clock display flashes and a beep sounds. 2. Press the or Buttons to adjust the clock to the current time (hold for rapid setting). Make sure you set the correct AM/PM time. The AM and PM indicators appear to the left of the display. 3. Press the Time Set/Sleep Button to confirm the time and exit clock setting mode. 2 beeps will confirm clock setting is complete.
P9 Setting and Using the Alarms (Continued) Using the iBT29 1. Press and hold the Alarm Button for 2 seconds until the alarm time display and alarm icon flash. A beep sounds. 2. Press the or Buttons to adjust the alarm time to the desired time (hold for rapid setting). Make sure you set the correct AM/PM alarm time. The AM and PM indicators appear to the left of the display. 3. Press the Alarm Button to confirm the alarm time setting. The wake-to source will flash. 4.
P10 Using the Snooze/Display Dimmer Button iBT29 1. To program Snooze, press and hold the Snooze/Display Dimmer Button during normal operation (when no alarm is sounding). 2. Press the or Buttons to select the desired snooze time (between 01 and 29 minutes). 3. Press and release the Snooze/Display Dimmer Button to confirm Snooze setting. 2 beeps will sound. 4.
P11 Using the Setting and Using FM Presets iBT29 The unit allows you to store up to 6 FM radio station presets 1. Press and release the Mode Button as needed until the FM indicator icon appears on the display. 2. Press and release the Presets Button as needed until the preset number (P1- P6) you wish to set is displayed, then press and hold the Presets Button to enter setting mode. 3. Press the or Buttons to tune the radio to the desired station (hold to scan for the next clear station). 4.
P12 Using the iBT29 Pairing Your Bluetooth Device Whenever AC power is connected, the iBT29 will attempt to autolink to a previously paired device. If no device is paired, the iBT29 will automatically enter pairing mode for 2 minutes. 1. Make sure your Bluetooth device is fully charged. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it “discoverable” by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or Settings) . 2. Press and hold the Bluetooth Pairing Button for 2 seconds.
P13 Using the Playing Audio via Bluetooth iBT29 Press the Power/Alarm Reset Button to turn the unit ON. Press and release the Mode Button as needed until “BT” appears on the display. It is autoplay audio from your linked Bluetooth device and pause. Press the Play/Pause/Presets Button on the unit to play audio from your linked Bluetooth device. Press the or Buttons to go to the previous or next track. Press the or Buttons to adjust the volume on the unit.
P14 Using the Playing Audio via Aux-In iBT29 1. Connect one end of the included standard stereo 3.5mm audio cable into the aux-in jack on the back of the unit and the other end into the headphone or output jack of your audio device. Press the Power/Alarm Reset Button on the unit to turn it on. Press and release the Mode Button as needed until the AUX indicator icon appears on the display. Place your audio device in play mode. Navigate tracks and adjust output volume on the device.
P15 Using the Charging Devices via USB Port 1. Connect the standard size end of a USB cable (not included) to the USB Port on back of the unit and connect the other end to the charging port on your device. It’s often best to use the charging cable supplied with your device. 2. Monitor the charging on your device. Some devices use a proprietary charging method and will not charge using the USB Port. If this happens, you must charge your device using the charger that came with it.
P16 Using the Color Change Mode iBT29 1. Press the Power/Alarm Reset Button on the unit to turn it on. 2. Press and release the Color Button as needed to cycle to the desired color mode light setting. Indicators on the display show the current light mode for 5 seconds: FADE: Slow Fade mode gradually fades from one color into the next FAST: Fast Change mode fades quickly from color to color COLOR: One Color mode pauses on the last color shown in Fast Change mode.
P17 Using the Battery Use Cautions and Tips iBT29 Long-term Storage of Your Product • Store in a cool, dry place. • Unit should be charged before storing. • If stored for a long period of time, unit may be unresponsive until charged for a number of hours (depending on discharge level) • Do not store for more than a year without charging as this can permanently harm the battery. • After long term storage, if unit is unresponsive after charging, RESET unit while connected to AC and recharge the unit.
P18 Consumer Product Safety Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit. 1.
P19 iBT29 FCC Information FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. FCC ID: EMOIBT29 IC: 986B-IBT29 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
P20 Troubleshooting Unit doesn’t respond (no power) • • • Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in. Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBT29. Make sure the Power is ON. Unit doesn’t respond (locked up or frozen) • The unit may need to be reset. To do so, unplug the unit from power source and remove the backup battery. Let unit stand for 2 minutes. Re-install backup battery and connect unit to power source.
P21 Limited 1 Year Warranty iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first return it to the store where it was originally purchased.
